NRTC is hiring a
Network Engineer

Summary

Join NRTC's Managed Services team as a Network Engineer to help our utility cooperative members maintain and grow their ISP network. As a Network Engineer, you will be responsible for continuity of service for NRTC member networks, including core network routing and switching equipment and ISP access layer gear.

Requirements

• Strong teamwork skills
• Ability to learn and understand current and evolving technologies both at a high level and at a detailed level
• Ability to communicate and problem solve efficiently and effectively with identified customers and IT personnel to ensure the implementation of accurate processes
• Expert knowledge of all aspects of network including installation, management, application deployment, advanced routing protocols, and security
• Advanced documentation and communication skills
• Advanced ability to be proactive, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
• Experience debugging bridged/DHCP-based networks (including Option 82 use)
• Experience configuring Cisco, Juniper, or Nokia routers and switches
• Experience configuring and managing Layer 2 Access devices (Calix/Adtran/Nokia/Ciena)
• Layer 2 network design and debugging (including 802.1q VLAN work)
• Layer 3 network design and debugging
• Experience configuring and debugging L3 VPN tunnels
• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field preferred
• Five (5) years of experience managing network infrastructure, including troubleshooting, physical installations, modifications, replacements and configuration changes
• Cisco CCNP (Routing and Switching),Juniper JNCIP or equivalent certification desired
• Calix Ethernet Access Network Fundamentals, Adtran AOE Administrator, or equivalent certification

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy customer L3 core and L2 access networks, including routers, firewalls, switches, and L2 access gear
• Design and deploy NRTC’s LANs, WANs, and wireless networks, including routers, firewalls, load balancers, hubs, switches, and other hardware
• Configure, test, and maintain LAN/WAN equipment and related services
• Provide advanced tier 2 and 3 technical supports for internal and external customers
• Advise members on VLAN configuration and IP distribution / usage
• Balance BGP sessions for optimal traffic distribution
• Review business intelligence information to identify trend
• Review, suggest, and implement network improvements to enhance redundancy, stability, and performance
• Create, review, change network maps using Visio or equivalent application
• Provide formal corporate communications on directional changes or changes that will impact existing services
• Select and implement security tools, policies, and procedures in conjunction with the NRTC security team
• Monitor and maintain all levels of network security internally and externally
• Support member change requests
• Provide in-depth VPN troubleshooting and debugging
• Provide support for engineering and professional services projects
• Troubleshoot problems reported directly by customers and internal technical support teams
• Perform change management activities, including performing firmware and code upgrades to production systems
• Work closely with third-party vendors on the customer’s behalf to resolve problems or implement new services as they pertain to the customer’s network
• Study information on new technology
• Provide mentoring to junior level staff
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned